Jennifer Elise Cox, age 33, passed away in Crawfordville, Fla., on Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021. She was born to Gordon Ferlin and Susan Whittemore Cox on Oct. 31, 1987. She was employed…
Kendal David Johnson
Kendal David Johnson, 43, of Tallahassee, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021. Funeral services were at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 14, at the Madison County High School Football stadium. Viewing-visitation…
Learning As I Go: No, thank you
“No, thank you,” I replied. What I really wanted to say was, “Yes, please. A giant serving, with chocolate drizzled on top. And while you’re at it, send some home with me…
First United Methodist holds VBS
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com From Monday, July 26, to Friday, July 30, the Madison First United Methodist Church, located at 348 SW Rutledge St., held this year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS). Their theme…
Learning about Red-winged Blackbirds
Les Harrison Contributor Common names, as the term implies, is a means used by the general public for identifying any number of tangible items and abstract concepts. This nomenclature usually identifies a…
On this day in history
2 B.C.: Venus and Jupiter in conjunction – possible astrological explanation for Star of Bethlehem. 1191: Crusader King Richard I kills 3,000 muslim prisoners in Akko. 1781: George Washington begins to move…
Lions Club awards teachers $500 in school supplies
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Aug. 5, the Madison County Central School (MCCS) hosted an assembly of staff in the gym, including the principals from the surrounding schools and other supporting…
Mrs.Verna Ruth Martin
Mrs. Verna Ruth Martin, age 89, died on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021 in Lee, Fla. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Aug. 14, at 2 p.m. at Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church in…
Carolyn “Sister” Bell McCain
Carolyn “Sister” Bell McCain was born on Dec. 13, 1955 in Okaloosa County, Fla. at Eglin Air Force Base to the late Fred Bell and Edwa Jo Stanaland Bell. She passed away…
Randy “Candy” Perry
Randy “Candy” Perry of Lee, Fla. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021, at the age of 64. Candy was born on July 16, 1957 in Mayo, Fla. Candy loved spending…
From the sunny side: Harry Truman and I
I know I’ve said it before, but can you believe it’s already been five years since I started invading your living room for our weekly visits? I can honestly say that I…
Verdict reached in Burnette trial
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The 15-day trial of Tallahassee area business man and property developer John Thomas “JT” Burnette has concluded with a “guilty” verdict on five of the nine charges Burnette was…
Learning As I Go: Keep the path clear
I mowed the path around our field and asked myself, “Why am I doing this? We hardly ever walk around the field anymore. Why am I wasting my effort?” Soon after, I…
Emerald’s Gem Box: It was party time!
Two weeks ago, on Wednesday, Aug. 4, we held our 57th birthday party, to celebrate the many years of providing the local news to Madison County! Not only do I like to…
David Ginn small town local rocker
Mike Johnson news@greenepublishing.com David Ginn, a Greenville native and Aucilla Christian Academy graduate, is now tearing up the stage, becoming a small town local rocker in Valdosta, Ga,. Many may remember Ginn…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: I thought I saw a puddy cat…
I have always been an animal lover. I grew up with dogs, cats, chickens, skunks and rabbits. Yes, we had a pet skunk. These various critters kept me entertained for hours on…
New Testament Christian High School student attends Girls State
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com From Wednesday, June 9, to Thursday, June 17, another New Testament High School student attended the Capitol, but this time it was for Girls State. Seventeen year-old Kristen McClune,…
Madison native zooming past the competition
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Taylor Hosford, 26-year-old, Madison native, competes in several events around the country, similar to others spotlighted in this section. However, Hosford does not play sports such as softball or…
STOP means STOP!
Mike Johnson news@greenepublishing.com With school now back in session, morning traffic goes from a peaceful stroll to organized chaos. All this chaos starts at home with kids running late, trying to remember…
Catherine Robin Brinson
Catherine Robin Brinson, age 63, passed away on Aug. 3, 2021 in Panama City, Fla. She was born and raised in Lake Park, Ga. and was a graduate of Aucilla Christian Academy…